How To Get A Credit Card With Bad Credit
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How to get a credit card with bad credit is a question many consumers ask themselves each day. Quite frankly speaking, it is a struggle, albeit not impossible. You have to understand that your credit card lender (the institution giving you your credit card) wants to be certain (as much as one can be) that you will repay your card debt to them. If your current credit rating is bad (i.e. you got bad credit) your application for more debt through a credit card will often fall on deaf ears.

However, there are ways to get a credit card with bad credit

As with every situation there are always ways in which you can get approved for a new card, even if you currently have bad credit. The following tips should help you get a new card:

1. Consider applying for department store or small retail shop credit cards: These cards are often easier to come by and small stores especially are happy to give you a second chance because they need to make sales to survive. The secret here is to repay your expenses when the bill arrives. You want to pay back the minimum at least.
2. Apply for a secured credit card: This will require you to open a security savings account and maintain it to get a line of credit from your bank. Most banks will use a percentage of your savings as the line of credit for your credit card. This means you won’t be able to spend money you don’t have
3. Get a co-applicant with a good credit rating: While this is great for you, it might be tricky for the other person because by co-signing they risk their own good credit rating while dealing with you if you lack money management
4. Ask your existing bank: If you talk with your bank and show them how serious you are about getting rid of your existing debt you might be able to strike a deal. Consider applying for a balance transfer card which can help you kill ‘two birds with the one stone.’ Get approved for a new card and pay back your bad debt

Tips to avoid bad credit card debt in the first place

Not getting into credit card debt is the best thing you can do and the following tips will help you stay alert and in control.

1. Refuse the temptation: It is common for existing card holders to receive a bunch of credit card offers by mail every so often. Be wise and refuse the temptation. Having too many cards is a nightmare in the making.
2. Stick with the big boys: If you need to buy on credit, use the big name cards such as Visa or MasterCard and American Express. Store cards might be great to get fast credit, but mind their expensive interest rates!
3. Always pay your bills on time.
4. Consider a card with the best offer for you: Not all credit cards are equal. Try to sort through the hype and find the card with the best deal for your circumstances.
5. Frequently check your credit rating: You can apply for a copy of your credit report (usually for free) to see where you stand. It is advised you do this once a year.
6. Spend within your means: If you can’t afford it, don’t buy it. While this is often frustrating, it is the best defence against credit card debt.

Now you know how to get a credit card with bad credit you should be well informed on your chances and responsibilities.